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Ladder Capital Corp (LADR) is a prominent commercial real estate finance company specializing in originating and investing in a diverse range of commercial real estate and related assets with a particular focus on senior secured assets. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in New York City, Ladder Capital operates additional branches in Los Angeles and Boca Raton.
The company's core business activities include:
- Direct Origination of Commercial Real Estate First Mortgage Loans: Ladder provides senior first mortgage loans with flexible structures, both fixed and floating rate, collateralized by commercial real estate.
- Investments in Investment-Grade Securities: The company invests in high-quality securities secured by first mortgage loans on commercial real estate.
- Ownership and Operation of Commercial Real Estate: Ladder owns and manages net leased and other commercial properties.
Under the leadership of CEO Brian Harris, Ladder Capital is managed by an experienced team with expertise across all facets of the commercial real estate industry, including origination, credit, underwriting, structuring, capital markets, and asset management.
Financial Condition: Ladder operates as an internally-managed real estate investment trust (REIT), consistently demonstrating robust financial performance. The company’s loan segment is its primary profit driver, while its securities and real estate investments provide additional income streams.
Current Projects and Partnerships: Ladder Capital continuously seeks new opportunities to expand its portfolio through strategic investments and partnerships in high-quality commercial real estate assets. The company is committed to maintaining a diversified and resilient portfolio that maximizes returns for its shareholders.
For the latest updates and detailed information on Ladder Capital Corp's performance, events, and developments, keep an eye on the recent news and announcements from the company.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) reported its financial results for Q4 and full-year 2024. The company achieved GAAP income before taxes of $33.0 million in Q4, with diluted EPS of $0.25 and distributable earnings of $33.6 million ($0.27 per share). For the full year 2024, GAAP income before taxes reached $110.9 million, with diluted EPS of $0.86 and distributable earnings of $153.9 million ($1.21 per share).
The company, with $4.8 billion in assets, reported strong performance in its middle market business model, receiving significant loan payoffs with overall good credit performance. Ladder maintains a low leverage position and enhanced liquidity, including an upsized $850 million corporate revolving credit facility. Management and board members collectively own over 11% of the company's equity, making them the largest shareholders.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has disclosed the tax treatment of its 2024 Class A common stock dividend payments. The company distributed a total of $0.920 per share in dividends throughout 2024, paid in four quarterly installments of $0.230 per share.
The tax breakdown of each dividend payment includes: $0.195 as Ordinary Dividends, $0.035 as Capital Gain, and $0.023 as Unrecaptured Section 1250 Gain. The total annual distribution comprises $0.780 in Ordinary Dividends, $0.140 in Capital Gains, and $0.092 in Unrecaptured Section 1250 Gains. No portion of the dividends qualified for Return of Capital treatment.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 financial results on Thursday, February 6, 2025, before markets open. The company will host a conference call and webcast for investors at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day.
Investors can access the conference call by dialing (877) 407-4018 (domestic) or (201) 689-8471 (international). An audio replay will be available until February 20, 2025, accessible by calling (844) 512-2921 (domestic) or (412) 317-6671 (international) with access code 13750906. The conference call will also be webcast through Ladder's Investor Relations website.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has secured an $850 million revolving credit facility, more than doubling its previous $324 million facility at a significantly lower cost. The new facility includes an accordion feature that could increase borrowing availability up to $1.25 billion.
The facility matures on December 20, 2028, with options for two 6-month extensions. Notably, the agreement will automatically convert to an unsecured investment grade agreement if certain debt instruments receive investment grade ratings from two agencies. Currently, Ladder is rated Ba1 by Moody's and BB+ by Fitch (both with positive outlook), and BB by S&P.
The transaction involved 10 lenders, with JPMorgan Chase Bank serving as Administrative and Collateral Agent. The facility's margins are tighter than the previous one and will adjust based on the company's credit rating.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has announced its fourth quarter 2024 dividend declaration. The company's board of directors has approved a dividend of $0.23 per share of Class A common stock. The dividend will be paid in cash on January 15, 2025, to stockholders who are on record as of the close of business on December 31, 2024.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) reported its Q3 2024 financial results with GAAP income before taxes of $28.5 million and diluted EPS of $0.22. The company achieved distributable earnings of $37.7 million, or $0.30 per share. With $5.4 billion in assets as of September 30, 2024, Ladder successfully closed a $500 million unsecured corporate bond offering, strengthening its liquidity position for new origination opportunities. The company specializes in commercial real estate capital solutions, focusing on senior secured assets and mortgage loans.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has announced it will release its third quarter 2024 results on Thursday, October 24, 2024, before the markets open. The company will host a conference call and webcast for investors at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the financial results.
Investors can access the conference call by dialing (877) 407-4018 domestic or (201) 689-8471 international. An audio replay will be available until midnight on Thursday, November 7, 2024, accessible by calling (844) 512-2921 domestic or (412) 317-6671 international, using access code 13749352. The conference call will also be webcast through Ladder Capital Corp's Investor Relations website at ir.laddercapital.com/event, where a web-based archive will be available.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has declared a third quarter 2024 dividend of $0.23 per share for holders of its Class A common stock. The dividend will be paid in cash on October 15, 2024, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on September 30, 2024. This announcement demonstrates Ladder's commitment to providing regular returns to its shareholders, maintaining its dividend distribution policy.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) reported its Q2 2024 results, with GAAP income before taxes of $31.0 million and diluted EPS of $0.26. Distributable earnings were $40.4 million, or $0.31 per share. CEO Brian Harris highlighted strong returns, low leverage, and a large cash position. The company successfully executed its seventh unsecured corporate bond issuance, receiving positive actions from rating agencies, moving closer to an investment grade credit rating.
Ladder Capital, with $5.0 billion in assets as of June 30, 2024, is a commercial real estate investment trust specializing in underwriting and offering flexible capital solutions. The company focuses on senior secured assets, including originating senior first mortgage loans, owning and operating commercial real estate, and investing in investment grade securities secured by first mortgage loans on commercial real estate.
Ladder Capital Corp (NYSE: LADR) has announced it will release its second quarter 2024 financial results on Thursday, July 25, 2024, before markets open. The company will host a conference call and webcast for investors at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the results.
Investors can access the conference call by dialing (877) 407-4018 (domestic) or (201) 689-8471 (international). An audio replay will be available until midnight on August 8, 2024, accessible by calling (844) 512-2921 (domestic) or (412) 317-6671 (international) with access code 13747656. Additionally, a webcast of the call will be available through Ladder Capital's Investor Relations website.